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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1539
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Fanikin, n. [MDu. vaneken, dimin. of vane Fane n.] A small flag or banner. — 1539 Treasurer's Accounts VII. 189.
Deliverit to Johnne Bartane till be fanikynnys, ansenȝeis, stramaris and banaris to the said bark
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